Foxhall's Legacy Lookout - Spectacular Atlanta Wedding Venue

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I had the pleasure of heading south from Atlanta a few weeks back for a tour of Legacy Lookout Pavilion club, Foxhall Sporting Club's premier event venue. What an awesome space. (You'll see below.) It overlooks Legacy Lake, the Equestrian Paddocks, and the Chattahoochee River. The space looked great empty, but I wanted to see if full of people. And I was lucky enough a week or so later to be invited to return to take a few photos for the folks at Foxhall while an event was taking place in the hall. The space came to life with people, food and dancing and that amazing view.

Legacy Lookout at Foxhall Sporting Club

Legacy Lookout at Foxhall Sporting Club

Foxhall Legacy Lookout

Foxhall Legacy Lookout

Wedding venue photography by Atlanta wedding photographer

Wedding venue photography by Atlanta wedding photographer

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Wedding Venue Douglasville

Wedding Venue Douglasville

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According to folks at Foxhall, the Legacy Lookout Club Pavilion can comfortably seat 350 people. If you need to accommodate more, there's lots of room for tents on the property. (I've seen a tent that could hold 5,000 set up on the grounds. I can't imagine a wedding that large, but ...)

Other key features of the Legacy Lookout Club Pavilion include four well-appointed restrooms, a very nice bridal changing room, and a catering kitchen

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Wedding Venues - Villa Christina

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I had the pleasure of meeting with the sales team from Villa Christina earlier this week and was delighted to find out how much fun everyone there is having doing their jobs. It's always nice to be around folks who love their jobs. Not only were the people nice and fun-loving, the place was awesome, too. The Villa Christina structure itself is the only three-story, stacked-stone Italian villa in Atlanta. To my untrained eye the place had the look and feel of a Frank Lloyd Wright design with overarching eaves and beautiful proportions.

photo by Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist Cindy Brown

The building itself is surrounded by meticulously maintained gardens, meandering streams and majestic cedars. Towards the back of an open lawn is a gorgeous outdoor wedding pavilion, the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding.

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The Villa offers two distinct settings for wedding receptions:

1) The ballroom, which was occupied when I visited. I'm told it "is classically appointed with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the gardens." This is close as I could get to the ballroom during my visit. (Notice the New York Life balloon there from a corporate event.)

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The restaurant (see photos below) offers a more contemporary European flavor where one finds oneself surrounded in warm colors, contemporary paintings, iron accents,colorful glass fixtures and mobiles reminiscent of Alexander Calder's work.

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Wedding Venue Tour - James Madison Inn, Madison, GA

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Last week we had the pleasure of visiting the James Madison Inn in historic Madison, Georgia. Jake Grant, Jr., General Manager of the Inn gave us a tour of the property from lobby, to guest rooms to the Variety Works Wedding Venue set to open in March. The boutique inn exhibits an understated elegance everywhere one looks, from the beautiful, leaded, beveled-glass windows saved from an older home in the lobby to the pineapple bedpost toppers in the Bonnar Hall Suite. Each room in the Inn is named for a historic home in Madison and has a painting of that home prominently displayed in the room. Here are a few of our favorite photos.

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Pine floors Jame Madison Inn

Pine floors Jame Madison Inn

Guest room - boutique inn in Maidson, GA

Guest room - boutique inn in Maidson, GA

Painting of home in James Madison Inn

Painting of home in James Madison Inn

Jake Grant, Jr, General Manager James Madison Inn

Jake Grant, Jr, General Manager James Madison Inn

We can't wait until the Variety Works Wedding Venue opens in March. The rustic building, once housed Madison Variety Works, which manufactured furniture, windows, blinds and building materials. It is currently being transformed into a luxury wedding venue with rustic charm. Once the Variety Works is open the Inn will be a one-stop shop for high-end, rustic weddings. Can't wait to see the finished space. Hope you get some rest between now and opening day, Jake. You deserve it!

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Candice and Maxim's Turner Chapel AME Wedding Ceremony

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I'm delighted to share a few of my favorites from Candice and Maxim's delightful wedding. It's taken a little while longer than normal to post to my blog, possibly because I broke my thumb setting up a bridal show booth the weekend after they got married ... and then crashed a scooter in Naussau soon thereafter. (Don't ask why I thought it was a good idea to be riding a scooter in a foreign country where they drive on the left side of the road.) Thankfully I'm on the mend now and am ready to share photos of this gorgeous couple and their friends and family.

Groomsmen Get ready
Groomsmen Get ready
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Unity Candle | Turner AME Marietta
Unity Candle | Turner AME Marietta
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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Perfect Wedding Guide Networking at Purple Rain | Atlanta Wedding Photography

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I had the privilege, along with my best photo friend Manuel Llaneras, of photographing the Perfect Wedding Guide networking event at Purple Rain last night. If you've never been to this amazing tapas restaurant lounge, then you need to plan a trip to Duluth. It's worth the trip. Here are a few images that will give you a sense of the place:

Purple Rain | Atlanta Wedding Photographer

Purple Rain | Atlanta Wedding Photographer

Purple Rain

Purple Rain

drinks and decor at Purple Rain

drinks and decor at Purple Rain

And here are some photos to give you a feel for the event.

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Blue Sky Productions Atlanta

Blue Sky Productions Atlanta

PWG Networking Event at Purple Rain

PWG Networking Event at Purple Rain

Fun at PWG event at Purple Rain

Fun at PWG event at Purple Rain

Business Photographer in Atlanta

Business Photographer in Atlanta

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Halloween in Pine Lake | People and Pets in Costume

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As is the custom in Pine Lake, the neighborly burg we live in these days, friends and neighbors met at the clubhouse Saturday night to celebrate Halloween. Kids and adults wore costumes and decorated Halloween cookies. We arrived late, so we didn't get to see who won the costume contests. This family might have won best costumed family (even though clearly there was no theme tying the costumes together -- at least I haven't figured out the theme yet):

Lalah, Kevin and Kylin in costume

Lalah, Kevin and Kylin in costume

Fairy and Power Ranger Halloween in Pine Lake | Atlanta Event Photographer

Fairy and Power Ranger Halloween in Pine Lake | Atlanta Event Photographer

Halloween in Pine Lake, GA | Atlanta Event Photographer

Halloween in Pine Lake, GA | Atlanta Event Photographer

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Dogs in Halloween Costume | Atlanta Wedding Photographer

If we had arrived on time, we figure one of our three dogs would have won hands down. What do you think?

Roux in Halloween Costume Ears | Atlanta Pet Photographer

Roux in Halloween Costume Ears | Atlanta Pet Photographer

Dog in Halloween Costume | Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist

Dog in Halloween Costume | Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist

Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Zoo Atlanta -- Yes, It's a Wedding Venue, Too

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My best photo friend (bpf) Manuel and I had the pleasure of touring Zoo Atlanta's wedding and event facilities, thanks to my buddy from ISES Andrea Smith, Event & Catering Sales Coordinator at the zoo. She showed us the many event spaces at the zoo, from the Gorilla Deck and Conservation Center to the Ford Event Pavilion and Grand Patio. My favorite was the Chinese Plaza and Panda Veranda. If you're looking for a wild and wonderful place for a wedding, you'll have to ask Andrea for a tour yourself, because while I came back with lots of photos from the zoo ... all the best ones are of the animals. Here a few of my favorites:

Baby Tiger at Zoo Atlanta

Baby Tiger at Zoo Atlanta

Elephant at Zoo Atlanta

Elephant at Zoo Atlanta

Lion at Zoo Atlanta

Lion at Zoo Atlanta

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Baby Tigers playing at Zoo Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist

Baby Tigers playing at Zoo Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photojournalist

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.

Kelly and Daniel's Wedding Featured on Occasions Blog | Dahlonega Wedding Photographer

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I'm happy to report that Kelly and Daniel's amazing Rainbow Color Scheme Wedding is now featured on Occasions Magazine Blog. I love the details about how Kelly and Daniel met, how he proposed, and how the artist in Kelly created the wedding day details.

Thanks for choosing us to photograph your awesome wedding, Kelly and Daniel. We had a blast!

2019 update: The post is no longer online.

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Cindy Brown

I'm an Atlanta wedding photographer who takes soulful, quirky and honest photos ...

I'm also an adventurous traveler and all-round nerd. I love to hike with my beagle/cattle dog Roux and best friend/spouse.

I was born in Atlanta, moved around a lot--30 cities and 5 states--and then came back.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, I took a job at asmall newspaper in south Georgia, where I photographedhospital teas, pecan farmers, and beauty queens.

I photographed a biker funeral, death penalty protests andTed Bundy while interning with the Associated Press.

While a photographer for two dailies in Florida, I photographed Ronald Reagan, a train derailment and the dedication of a screened-in porch.

An unexpected life turn took me to Vermont where I fell in love with Bernie Sanders and on to Indiana, where I edited photos for a major daily, and nerded out getting a master’s and PhD.

After teaching photojournalism at colleges and universities in Florida, Indiana and Mississippi, I returned to Atlanta to earn myfifth degree--a Master's of Divinity.

My passion for storytelling with my camera and my interest in religious diversity led my to the field of wedding photojournalism.

I have documented weddings large and small, Unitarian and Pagan, indoors and out, Christian and Muslim, in backyards and in churches. The most exotic wedding I have photographed took place in Mexico and was officiated by aMayan shaman.

When I'm not photographing weddings, portraits or corporate events, I work on personal photo projects, visit friends in amemory-care home, and volunteer at a recovery center.